Retiring in Cyprus: Dalit’s shop and a new life in Paphos
Dalit moved from Liverpool to Cyprus in retirement and opened Good Taste Gallery in Paphos. Clothes, personal style and a shop built around meeting people.
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expats.cy: publish articles and introduce your business
Share your experience, publish expert articles and list your business on expats.cy, a platform for expats worldwide. A video invitation from Katerina.
Cyprus Villa Guide: Prices & Buying Costs
A Cyprus villa buying checklist: compare actual quotations, check title and permits, apply the correct VAT and transfer fees, and budget for upkeep.
Remote Work in Cyprus 2026: Digital Nomad
Plan remote work in Cyprus: digital-nomad and EU residence conditions, 2026 tax residency, insurance, address-specific internet checks and budgeting.
Larnaca Guide 2026: Neighbourhoods & Prices
Neighbourhood guide to Larnaca: cheapest coastal city in Cyprus. Rent, airport, British community along Dhekelia Road. Real prices 2026, GBP equivalents.
Cyprus for US, Canadian & Australian Expats
Cyprus expat guide for Americans, Canadians, Australians. Tax, healthcare, banking, pensions — what's different when you're not British.
Self-Employed in Cyprus: Taxes
A practical guide to self-employment in Cyprus: how to register, taxes, Social Insurance contributions, VAT registration, and suspending activity.
Cyprus Digital Nomad Visa: Rules & Tax
Complete guide to the Cyprus Digital Nomad Visa: eligibility, documents, application process, tax implications, and tips for remote workers.
Moving to Cyprus: Complete Guide 2026
Plan a move to Cyprus: choose a residence route, check documents and tax conditions, arrange housing, banking, healthcare, schools and transport.
Switching Visa Types in Cyprus: Full Guide
Changing residence categories in Cyprus: selected eligibility rules, CFI employer changes, family and student routes, processing and receipt checks.
Study in Cyprus: Universities & Costs 2026
Studying in Cyprus: universities, tuition fees, student visa, scholarships, part-time work and cost of living for international students.
Property in Larnaca: Areas & Buying Checks
Explore Larnaca property locations, dated market evidence and the revised port/marina announcement, with practical checks before buying or renting.
Paphos Property: Areas & Buying Checks
Compare Paphos property locations with dated market evidence, primary heritage and beach descriptions, and checks before buying or renting.
Open a Cyprus Bank Account as an Expat
Open a Cyprus bank account: bank-specific application routes, documents, fees to compare and the visitor permit’s bank guarantee and return conditions.
Cyprus Company Registration: Expat Guide
Registering a Cyprus company: UK Ltd vs Cyprus Ltd comparison, BCS visa restrictions, maintenance costs, 15% CIT, and alternatives.
Cyprus Startup Visa: Revised Scheme & Checks
Check Cyprus Startup Visa eligibility, revised approval periods, application stages, hiring and renewal tests, and family and permit conditions.
Cyprus Taxes: Income Tax, GESY & Deductions
Guide to Cyprus taxes: income tax rates, GESY and Social Insurance, rent deductions, qualifying first-employment tax relief, TD59 form.
UK Visa from Cyprus: Application Guide
Apply for a UK visa from Cyprus: understand the VFS process, prepare required documents, book biometrics and check expected processing steps and timing.
US Visa from Cyprus: Embassy and Interview
American B1/B2 visa from Cyprus: US Embassy in Nicosia, DS-160, interview tips, and what to expect as a non-US resident.
EU Blue Card Cyprus 2026: Requirements
How to obtain a Blue Card in Cyprus: requirements, application process, transitioning from BCS, advantages over standard work permits. Practical insights.